Baku:Dhaka A total of 24 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed in critical industrial areas of Savar-Ashulia, Gazipur, and Narayanganj to maintain peace and security amid ongoing labour unrest over wage hikes and other demands.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the deployment includes five platoons stationed in Hemayetpur, Ashulia, and Baipail in Savar. Additionally, 13 platoons have been deployed in various locations in Gazipur, including Chowrasta, Bhogra Bypass, Porabari, Masterbari Electricity Area, Telipara, Safipur, Chandra, and Kaliakair.
The remaining six platoons are strategically positioned at the Deputy Commissioner's Office, Chashara, Jhalukuri Bridge, BSCIC Industrial Area, and Kanchpur Bridge in Narayanganj. The BGB personnel are working in close coordination with local administration and other law enforcement agencies to maintain a peaceful environment.
Regular patrols and security measures are in place to facilitate a peaceful atmosphere for workers, ensuring their safety and the uninterrupted movement of the public while preventing any untoward incidents. The BGB is committed to carrying out its duties with professionalism and responsibility to maintain peace and stability in the industrial zones.